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In response to an editorial alleging the ACLU of Oklahoma would oppose any measure mandating drug testing for TANF recipients (Daily Oklahoman, August 11) the ACLU of Oklahoma responded with the following: The Oklahoman is correct. The ACLU of Oklahoma is closely monitoring the progress of any bill that would require drug testing as a condition for welfare benefits. The proposed policy is scientifically, fiscally and constitutionally unsound. It is offensive to assume that those receiving benefits use drugs at a higher rate than other individuals. If we are going to drug test TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) applicants, then we need to testRead More →

As the United States Women’s Soccer Team fights their way to the World Cup Gold, we at the ACLU can’t help but be proud of the great strides women have made since Title IX became law. When more women participate in sports and achieve in fields that have traditionally been male dominated, we begin to close the gender gap and pull ourselves closer to equality. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex discrimination in schools. Since its passage, women and girls seeking to participate in athletics have found a path through which to do so. A 2006 study found that sinceRead More →

The American Civil Liberties Union is offering 15 of the nation’s most committed, young civil liberties activists $7,000 each toward their first year in college. Winners will also become part of an elite class of scholar-activists who will be invited to participate in ongoing activities with the ACLU, including the Youth Activist Institute training program at the ACLU National office in New York City. We are looking for students who have stood up for civil liberties, tolerance, free speech, and equality! Past scholarship winners were recognized for a wide variety of civil liberties activism including: Creating and teaching a class for middle school students thatRead More →

The ACLU of Oklahoma acknowledges with sadness the passing of legendary journalist, columnist and long time ACLU supporter Molly Ivins. Molly never wavered in her commitment to the mission of the ACLU, and worked tirelessly as a spokesperson to benefit our organization. She appeared at countless affiliate events, and at one point resolved to do something for the ACLU at least once a month. She was the keynote speaker for the Oklahoma affiliate’s 1994 Bill of Rights Celebration and sent a video message to the 2003 event. Molly’s legacy of support will continue through her bequest to the ACLU, a gesture she energetically encouraged othersRead More →